Hotels and Accommodations in Towns

Billings: The Sheraton Billings Hotel is probably the nicest place to stay in Billings. At 23 stories, it offers views of the city and the mountains. There is a good restaurant and lounge in the hotel, on the 20th floor, and the hotel also has a fitness room and indoor pool. Priced between $120 and $250 per night.

 

The Northern Hotel, well-located in the heart of downtown, is a slightly less expensive option, from $99 per night. The atmosphere is charming, and Montanans and visitors alike gather around the grand fireplace in the lobby. Enjoy the Golden Belle restaurant in the hotel, and the shopping district within walking distance. The Dude Ranger Lodge is also downtown and is less expensive still, with notable Western decor and breakfast.

 

Billings has several homey bed and breakfasts: Sanderson Inn is just outside the city in a renovated farmhouse, and is well priced. Josephine Bed and Breakfast is in downtown Billings.And Annie's Craft B & B is on a working ranch,30 miles from Billings.

Chain hotels in Billings include the Holiday Inn Express, Best Western Ponderosa Inn, Country Inn and Suites, and the Quality Inn. 

Bozeman: The Gallatin Gateway Inn is one of the nicest places to stay in Bozeman, and is convenient to all the outdoor activities the area has to offer. It is in a restored railroad hotel, and has a wonderful restaurant. Rooms cost around $150 per night. The Gallatin River Lodge is a small establishment with just six rooms, but also a great place to stay in Bozeman. Bed and breakfasts include the Bergfeld, Bridger, Silver Forest, Torch and Toes, and the Voss Inn. Most of these are outside of town and many are in historic homes.

 

Bozeman has a number of chain hotels, including a Best Western, Hampton Inn, Holiday Inn, La Quinta Inn, and Microtel.

Great Falls: In addition to several chain hotels (Best Western, Days Inn, Holiday Inn), Great Falls’ Townhouse Inn and Fairfield Inn have received good reviews. 

Helena: Helena has quite a few nice bed and breakfasts. The Barrister and the Appleton Inn are both recommended; the Barrister is downtown and the Appleton is on the western edge of town. Both are in Victorian homes. The Sanders also fits the bill, has the original Victorian furnishings and woodwork, and is near downtown.

 

Jorgenson's Inn and Suites is another good place to stay in Helena. All of these options are about equally priced, and depending on the season may run between $80-120.

Kalispell: Kalispell is a good place to stay if you want to explore Flathead Lake. Many recreational activities are available nearby. The Westcoast Outlaw Hotel has 220 rooms and is moderately priced. Flathead Lake Suites is on Flathead Lake and has beautiful views of the Rockies. Kalispell bed and breakfasts include Switzer House Inn and Stillwater Inn.

Missoula: Missoula's lodging options are many and relatively inexpensive. The Birchwood Hostel is very cheap and not at all luxurious. The Goldsmith's Inn and Emily A. Bed and Breakfast provide easy access to outdoor activities, along with nice rooms and delicious food. Missoula also abounds in chain lodgings: Best Western, Doubletree, Hampton Inn, Holiday Inn, Holiday Inn Express, Ramada, and Red Lion are all represented.

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